Amanda Lake Dam, located in Tyler, Texas, was completed in 1959 and stands at a height of 26 feet.
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The dam, designed by Everett Griffith Jr and Associates Inc, serves the primary purpose of recreation and is privately owned. It spans 930 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 1883 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 971 acre-feet.
The dam, situated on TR-Wolf Creek, is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The last inspection in August 2016 deemed the dam's condition as satisfactory. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is considered to have a moderate hazard potential. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 70 feet and one uncontrolled outlet gate.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the historical significance and recreational value of Amanda Lake Dam, as well as the efforts taken to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. The dam's presence on TR-Wolf Creek contributes to the surrounding ecosystem and provides valuable water storage for the area. Further monitoring and risk management measures are in place to safeguard the dam and mitigate potential hazards.
Years Modified |
1996 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
930 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
7.9 |
Nid Storage |
1883 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Neches Rv Nr Rockland
|
1080cfs |
Neches Rv Nr Town Bluff
|
2980cfs |
Neches Rv Nr Diboll
|
919cfs |
Village Ck Nr Kountze
|
368cfs |
Long King Ck At Livingston
|
9cfs |
Menard Ck Nr Rye
|
59cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Lake Tejas City Park
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Magnolia Ridge - Town Bluff Reservoir
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Bouton Lake Campground
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Bouton Lake
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